Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen in Helsinki on 5 July 2026. Photo: Jade Silpo / Lehtikuva
Domestic
Finland has summoned Russia’s ambassador after European governments accused Russian intelligence services of directing a cyber campaign against state institutions, companies and critical infrastructure across the continent.
Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen announced the diplomatic action on Monday as the European Union and Britain imposed coordinated sanctions on Russian officers, companies and alleged cybercriminals.
“Finland condemns Russia’s malicious cyber activity and the misuse of the cyber environment,” Valtonen wrote on X.
